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Chicago Dance Month 2025: must-see events and shows
Salsa, rumba, or waltz your way into summer during the 12th annual Chicago Dance Month. Chicago Dance Month brings free events showcasing a diverse array…
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Celebrate Haitian American Heritage Month in Chicago
Haitian heritage runs deep in Chicago. The city has a special connection to the Caribbean nation — Jean Baptiste Point du Sable, Chicago’s first permanent…
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How to celebrate Pride Month 2025 in Chicago
In Chicago, Pride is more than just a month. The city celebrates LGBTQ+ culture all year long with film festivals, art exhibits, drag shows, theatrical…
Blog, Special events
Da Pope’s guide to Chicago: All of Pope Leo’s Chicago connections
When the new Pope was elected in Rome this May, the world was in for a surprise. Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was named history’s first…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Blog, Special events
How to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in Chicago
The beginning of May marks the start of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the perfect time to honor and explore the rich contributions…
Blog, Special events, Sports & recreation
Premier League Summer Series is bringing match day excitement to Chicago this July
Get ready soccer fans — the Premier League is bringing all the can’t-miss match day excitement to Chicago for a one-day-only experience. The Premier League…
Architecture & history, Blog, Special events
How to celebrate Women’s History Month in Chicago
March is dedicated to honoring the remarkable contributions of women throughout history, and Chicago is the perfect place to celebrate. From engaging events to delicious…
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Your guide to the Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2) 2026
Pop culture fans, assemble! The 2026 Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2) is around the corner. Now in its 16th year, this year’s convention will…
Dining, Special events
20+ women- and minority-owned favorites to try during Chicago Restaurant Week 2026
You haven’t gotten a real taste of Chicago’s dynamic restaurant scene until you’ve explored the city’s many diverse-owned eateries, from cozy neighborhood favorites to high-end…
Dining, Special events
19 new restaurants to try during Chicago Restaurant Week 2026
There’s no better time to experience the city’s acclaimed restaurant scene than Chicago Restaurant Week. The 19th edition of the annual foodie fest, which takes…
Blog, LGBTQ+, Nightlife, Special events
9 LGBTQIA+ Chicago Valentine’s Day ideas to celebrate queer love in 2025
Love is in the air — and so are glitter, candles, and cats. If you’re looking for something to do for Valentine’s Day in Chicago,…
Blog, Special events
Where to celebrate Diwali 2024 in Chicago
Diwali, also known as Deepavali or the festival of lights, is a Hindu holiday typically celebrated in India, South Asia, and across the diaspora. The…
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